The organisers of PRSE 2026 have announced additional speakers for the conference, which will take place on 5–6 May at RAI Amsterdam. The programme includes presentations by representatives of EU institutions and companies from the plastics recycling value chain.
Nextek and Coveris have launched the COtooCLEAN demonstration plant in the UK for recycling post-consumer polyolefin films. The technology is intended to support the production of food-grade recycled resin from flexible packaging.
Sidel has launched the Returnable PET – Still Water bottle, designed specifically for the still water market. The solution is intended to enable lower packaging weight, repeated reuse and bottle-to-bottle recycling.
At Vitafoods Europe, Südpack Medica will present NutriGuard, a PP blister packaging solution for nutraceuticals. The company says the solution already meets current recyclability calculation standards in the context of PPWR requirements.
At Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai, Erema will present recycling solutions for high-quality end applications. The company will focus, among other things, on PET recycling and the processing of post-consumer waste into regranulates for demanding applications.
Vecoplan AG is launching a new version of the VEZ 3300 single-shaft shredder, which will be available in both stationary and mobile variants. The machine has been designed for flexible processing of alternative fuels, waste, used wood and biomass.
Petcore Europe has opened submissions for an innovation session during Thermoforms Conference 2026. The organisation is seeking projects that support the circularity of PET thermoforms, recycling and recyclability.
At Plastpol 2026 in Kielce, Wittmann will present a complete injection moulding cell featuring the new EcoPrimus 100/525 B8X all-electric injection moulding machine, a linear robot, and peripheral equipment for processing virgin, recycled and WPC materials.
Evonik will present high-performance polymers and plastic additives at Chinaplas 2026. The company will showcase solutions for e-mobility, low-altitude aviation, healthcare, 3D printing and plastics recycling.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies is expanding its range of water-based barrier and heat seal coatings for paper applications. The solutions are intended to support the design of recyclable packaging in food and non-food sectors.
Klöckner Pentaplast is expanding its kp Infinity Hotpacs range with the HP3 model, designed for larger takeaway meal portions. The EPP pack has a mono-material structure, is recyclable in existing PP waste streams and is manufactured in the UK.
The anniversary 30th edition of Plastpol will take place from 19 to 22 May 2026 at Targi Kielce. The organiser announces the participation of around 600 companies from more than 30 countries, live machinery presentations and numerous accompanying events.
